Hunt Seat Equitation Class Descriptions

Based on criteria presented in the rider's application, riders will be placed to show in the appropriate classes by the CPI. Placement of Hunt Seat riders is based upon their Over Fences eligibility.

Hunt Seat Rider Tests

Flat Classes

Over Fences Classes

Hunt Seat Rider Tests A rider must be prepared to perform the test appropriate for the class in which the rider is participating. Riders may be requested to perform the following tests collectively or individually during a show or competition. No other tests may be used. The judge may choose only from the following list, and instructions for performance of the test must be publicly announced. The CPI competition would not be possible without the generosity of horse providers. Not every draw will be ideal. Judges are expected to evaluate riders with a discerning eye and an understanding of the random draw format. Only in an extreme extenuating circumstance will a re-ride be granted. Asked an appropriate horsemanship question that is tailored to the rider's ability level. Halt Sitting trot. Two point position at the walk and/or trot. Figure eight at trot, demonstrating change of diagonals. Figure eight at canter on correct lead, demonstrating simple change of lead. Change Horses Ride without stirrups. Change leads down center of ring, demonstrating simple change of lead. Canter on the counter lead. No more than eight horses may counter canter at one time. Half-turn on forehand and/or half-turn on haunches. Jump a shortened course. Trot a jump not to exceed 2'6".

Flat Classes Open Equitation on the flat – These riders should be capable of performing Hunt Seat Tests 1 through 13. Intermediate Equitation on the flat – These riders should be capable of performing Hunt Seat Tests 1 through 9. Limit Equitation on the flat- These riders should be capable of performing Hunt Seat tests 1-9. Novice Equitation on the flat – These riders should be capable of performing Hunt Seat Tests 1 through 8.

Over Fences Classes Open Equitation O/F – Riders should be capable of jumping 3'3"-3'6" on their usual mounts at home. Riders may have shown in any horse show, recognized or unrecognized, at 3'3" or above. Coaches should be confident these riders could safely perform over a 3'0" hunter or equitation course on an unfamiliar horse. Intermediate Equitation O/F – Riders should be capable of jumping 2'9"-3'3"' on their usual mounts at home. Intermediate riders may have shown in any horse show, recognized or unrecognized, at 3'0" and above. Coaches should be confident these riders would be able to safely perform over 2'6" hunter or equitation course on an unfamiliar horse. Limit Equitation O/F – Riders should be capable of jumping 2'6"-3'0" on their usual mounts at home. Limit riders may have shown in any horse show, recognized or unrecognized at 2'9'" and below. Coaches should be confident these riders would be able to safely perform over a 2'3" hunter or equitation course on an unfamiliar horse. Novice Equitation O/F- Riders should be capable of jumping 2'0"-2'6" on their usual mounts at home. Novice riders may have shown in any horse show, recognized or unrecognized at 2'6" or below. Coaches should be confident these riders would be able to safely perform over a 2'0" hunter or equitation course on an unfamiliar horse.